Cory Smith
Centennial,United States
Summary
Dependable volunteer eager to contribute. I have extensively knowledge about resource management and conservation processes. Passionate about protecting natural resources and our Colorado way of life.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Natural Resources Technician II
Bear Creek State Park City Of Lakewood
2013.06 - 2014.10
- Supported conservation efforts by helping to monitor and assess health of wildlife and habitats.
- Supported reforestation efforts by planting trees on land which was logged, destroyed in forest fire or cleared by industrial use.
- Participated in development and implementation of fire management plans.
- Attended public events to provided information about forestry practices, conservation strategies and sustainability plans.
Aquatic Nuisance Species Technician
Colorado State Parks
2010.05 - 2014.05
- Performed de-contamination on boats.
- Presented education on aquatic nuisance species to the public.
- Inspected aquatic vessels and live wells to identify aquatic nuisance species.
- Perform trail maintenance to keep trails sustainable.
Asset Protection Operations Manager
Macy's
2017.01 - 2023.03
- Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company assets.
- Wrote reports for internal and external crime, burglary, or theft.
- Built cross-functional relationships with business partners to reduce losses.
- Reviewed tracking system information to uncover and successfully pursue over $[Amount] in overcharged claims.
- Achieved 80% security increase by implementing customer and associate safety protocols.
- Participated in securing special projects to aid division with better practice delivery.
- Monitored paperwork procedures to prevent error-related losses.
- Trained loss prevention staff, retail managers and store employees on loss control and prevention measures.
- Monitored store surveillance cameras to detect suspicious behavior.
- Supervised surveillance, detection and criminal processing related to theft and criminal cases.
- Created and maintained records of security incidents and investigations.
- Performed thorough cash audits and deposit investigations.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to report crime and suspicious activity.
- Reviewed and updated store security policies and procedures.
- Worked closely with law enforcement in investigating and solving theft and fraud cases.
- Installed and maintained covert security equipment.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Management
Metro State University
Denver, CO05.2012
Associate of Science - Biology
Community College of Aurora
Aurora, CO05.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Wilderness First Response Certification
Colorado State Parks
DenverSkills
- Rewards Programs
- Resource Conservation
- Outdoor skills
- Problem solving skills
- Active Listening
- Interpersonal skills, establishing and maintaining relationships.
Certification
wilderness first responder
Interests: four wheeling, hiking fourteeners, camping/hiking
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Timeline
Asset Protection Operations Manager
Macy's
2017.01 - 2023.03
Natural Resources Technician II
Bear Creek State Park City Of Lakewood
2013.06 - 2014.10
Aquatic Nuisance Species Technician
Colorado State Parks
2010.05 - 2014.05
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Management
Metro State University
Associate of Science - Biology
Community College of Aurora
Some College (No Degree) - Wilderness First Response Certification
Colorado State Parks
wilderness first responder
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